What You'll Do:
The Head Start Teacher Assistant works under the supervision of the Head Start Teacher. The Head Start Teacher Assistant assists with organizing classroom space and equipment to meet the individual needs of children enrolled. The Head Start Teacher Assistant assists in planning, with the supervisory staff members, activities in all areas reflecting Early Childhood Development practices, which will encourage children to: initiate activities, solve problems, explore, experiment, question and learn by doing.

• Support developmentally appropriate classroom and playground activities aligned with Head Start philosophy, program standards, and licensing regulations.

• Assist with planning and implementing weekly lesson plans for individual, small, and large group learning activities, including IEP goals when applicable.

• Prepare and organize classroom materials and supplies to support daily learning activities.

• Help maintain a positive, structured classroom environment that encourages child engagement, independence, and relationship building.

• Assist with implementing the Frog Street Curriculum and the Head Start Child Outcomes Framework.

• Support child screenings, assessments, and observations (ASQ, TSG, DRDP) and ensure accurate documentation in ChildPlus and Teaching Strategies Gold.

• Monitor child progress and assist with data collection related to school readiness and developmental outcomes.

• Support family engagement through parent conferences, communication, and program activities.

• Ensure compliance with Head Start Performance Standards, State Licensing Regulations, CACFP guidelines, and agency policies.

• Maintain a safe, healthy classroom environment through daily health checks, sanitation practices, and incident reporting.

• Participate in staff meetings, trainings, and program activities while maintaining professional conduct and confidentiality.

• Complete required documentation, reports, and administrative tasks in a timely manner and perform other duties as assigned.

Perks!

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• FSA, HSA
• Indemnity Plans
• 401k Matching
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Company Paid STD & LTD
• Wellness Program Incentives
• Employee Referral Bonus
• EAP
• Teladoc and sooo much more!

What You'll Bring:

 

• CDA certification or Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education, Human Services or a related field required.
• If a candidate does not hold a CDA certification or an Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education, they must enroll in a CDA program or an Associate Degree program upon hire and actively pursue completion.

• Mandated reporter for suspected child abuse or neglect required.
• Proven proficiency in verbal and written communication skills.

• Communicate proficiently in English with children, families, staff and community agencies and partners.
•Understand and follow oral and written instruction and make mathematical computations and tabulations accurately.
• Operate the internet, Microsoft office, and Microsoft Outlook.
• Substitute for the Head Start teacher when needed.

Schedule:

• Weekly; Flexible

The Catholic Charities Archdiocese of New Orleans is an Equal Opportunity Employer At the CCANO , we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital status, veteran service, genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. The CCANO expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee harassment based on any of the characteristics listed here. Improper interference with the ability of CCANO employees to perform their expected job duties is absolutely not tolerated. The CCANO complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which CCANO has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Full Benefits Package